Why Insurers Use Weak Experts to Deny Claims
The biggest reason we see claims denied by insurers for property damage is unreliable ‘expert’ evidence (BTW- if you can call some of these people experts), in the domestic non-broker arena they are often related party preferred builders, repairers with a strong relationship with the insurer AND often the have never spent a day in Court giving evidence. They tell the insurer that they’re right and they don’t have to pay.
Those type of denials are our bread and butter and they’re also the most painful for an insured because they know. Something isn’t right.
But here is the thing, we love these claims, we will even run them ‘no win no fee’ as costs can be claimed at court in addition to the claim amount and don’t forget section 57 interest too.
If your insurer has wrongly denied your claim or they’re just delaying, don’t wait, in these situations talk is often cheap. What matters is:
- high quality evidence;
- ACTION!
This article is a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
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